Australian Antarctic Division: Leading Australia’s Antarctic Program

Aerodrome Plant Operator - Wilkins Runway

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Overview of the role

As an Aerodrome Plant Operator (APO) at Wilkins you will be directly involved in the construction and maintenance of Wilkins aerodrome. You will also have a role in the operation of the aerodrome after receiving appropriate training.

The APO position may be offered as either a summer or winter job.

For more detailed information about the requirements of the role and the selection process, please see the application kit below. You might also like to read more about working in Aerodrome Plant Operations.

Employment conditions

Salary and allowances

The annual base salary (while in Australia) is $64,376 per annum ($2,468 per fortnight before tax).

Additional allowances totalling $59,186 per annum are payable while working in Antarctica.

Superannuation

A generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 15.4% will be paid in addition to salary and allowances.

Recreation leave

You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days per annum pro rata. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica, but will be paid out on return to Australia.

Eligibility

To be eligible for consideration you must be either an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen, or a resident of Australia with a valid visa granting appropriate work rights in Australia.